Eight-Bedroom Property in Notorious Street Listed for £375,000
A substantial eight-bedroom house in Gloucestershire has been listed for sale at £375,000, but the estate agent has explicitly warned potential buyers about the street's dark history. The property, located on Cromwell Street, sits adjacent to the site of one of Britain's most infamous homes, where serial killers Fred and Rose West committed their horrific crimes.
Historic Notoriety and Modern Potential
The listing acknowledges the street's "historic notoriety" and advises prospective purchasers to conduct their own investigations before proceeding. Despite this chilling legacy, the three-storey building offers considerable potential for renovation and investment. It has recently undergone cosmetic improvements, including fresh paint and new carpets throughout.
The main house features seven bedrooms, two reception rooms, a kitchen, and a ground-floor shower room. Additional amenities include a cellar that could be converted into extra living space, two more shower rooms on the upper floors, and a self-contained studio flat at the rear with its own private entrance and garden. This studio has been described as "ideal for rental income or flexible living arrangements."
Property Details and Location
Previously operated as a house of multiple occupation (HMO), the property's licence expired in April last year. Estate agent Keller Williams notes that further refurbishment is required to unlock its full potential. The home benefits from off-road parking and proximity to Gloucester Quays, a popular shopping and leisure destination.
The Wests' Crimes and Legacy
Fred and Rose West raped and murdered at least twelve young women between 1967 and 1987, with many victims buried in the garden or cellar of their home at 25 Cromwell Street. Their house, dubbed the "House of Horrors," was demolished in 1996, and the site is now a garden and footpath. Fred West died in custody in 1995, while Rose West is serving a life sentence for ten murders.
Despite its eerie past, this property represents a unique opportunity in the Gloucestershire housing market, blending spacious accommodation with investment potential, albeit in a location forever marked by tragedy.
